It is no secret that red velvet is a favorite at my house. When it comes to impressing my Darb, red velvet is always a great place to start. This Easy Red Velvet Crumb Cake is especially awesome because it can be breakfast or dessert. Tons of crumb topping packed on top of a moist and delicious red velvet cake {that starts with a cake mix} never tasted so good! I can’t wait for you to make it for yourself.
Do you love Red Velvet? Try these Easy Red Velvet Oreo Cookies!
Red Velvet Crumb Cake for Breakfast or Dessert
Is there anything better than a crumb cake for breakfast? Buttery brown sugar crumb topping is the bomb! It is also the perfect way to start any day.
It might not be what you would typically think of for breakfast but it couldn’t be more ideal! The color, the flavors, the texture…all combine to make a crumb cake that dreams are made of.
Here is the thing…you don’t have to stop there. Serve this Easy Red Velvet Crumb Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate dessert.
Either way this Cake Mix Red Velvet Cake is exactly what you need to be making for that special holiday or any day of the week.
Ingredients Needed
- Red Velvet Cake Mix-With everything you need for the perfect red velvet cake in one box. It also works great for these Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies.
- Eggs-Added to help bind the cake, give it rise and texture.
- Water-To thin the cake batter but milk can be used as a substitute.
- Melted & Softened Butter-For richness and the fat a cake needs for the best crumb.
- Sour Cream-Added to the cake batter for a bit of an added tang and to help thicken it a bit.
- Brown Sugar-To sweeten the crumb topping perfectly.
- All Purpose Flour-To give the crumb topping body and texture.
- Cinnamon-Just enough to make the crumb topping irresistible and work amazing with the red velvet cake.
How to make Red Velvet Crumb Cake with a Cake Mix
- Red Velvet Crumb Cake starts with a cake mix. Combine the red velvet cake mix, eggs, water, melted butter and sour cream in a medium bowl and mix until you have a thick batter. I like to use a hand held mixer but you can definitely do this step by hand. Pour the prepared cake mix into a 9×13 pan that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
- The crumb topping comes together quickly. Combine butter, brown sugar, flour and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Combine the crumb topping with a pastry blender {or two knives} until you get a nice crumble. The key to make the perfect crumb topping is to not over mix. If you over mix the topping it will become more of a paste and you want it to be a crumb.
- Take the crumb mixture and spread it liberally all over the prepared red velvet cake mix. It should cover the entire cake nicely. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
When the cake is baked you will notice that a lot of the crumb topping has sunk down into the cake and that is exactly what you want.
Those little nuggets of goodness sink down into the cake and create pockets of buttery goodness.
You can serve it warm or at room temperature and either way is amazing! My family raved about it for days!
3 Top Tips for the BEST Crumb Topping
- Use real butter! Margarine will not give you the flavorful and rich crumb topping that you expect.
- Do not over mix the ingredients. If over mixed you will end up with a paste and it will not be a crumb.
- As you are spreading the crumb over the top of the cake batter you can squeeze the mixture together in your hand and create larger clumps. This will help give you a crumb topping with lots of texture.
How to Store your Red Velvet Crumb Cake
There are a couple of ways to store this Red Velvet Cake. You can cover it tightly in plastic wrap and it will keep on the counter for 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Can Red Velvet Crumb Cake be frozen?
Yes! This Cake Mix Red Velvet Crumb Cake can absolutely be frozen. Cover well and freeze for up to 3 months.
Do you like crumb cakes? Try these recipes…
- Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Crumb Cake
- Easy Zucchini Crumb Cake Recipe
- Banana Crumb Cake
- Lemon Blueberry Crumb Cake
- Apple Crumb Cake
Easy Red Velvet Crumb Cake Recipe Made with a Cake Mix
Ingredients
Red Velvet Cake Batter
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup butter melted
- ¼ cup sour cream
Crumb Topping
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9x13 pan with non-stick spray {set aside}.
Red Velvet Cake Batter
- Combine the red velvet cake mix, eggs, water, melted butter and sour cream in a medium bowl and mix until everything is combined well. {I used a hand held mixer} Pour batter into prepared 9x13 pan and spread into an even layer.
Crumb Topping
- In a small bowl combine all of the crumb mixture ingredients. Work the mixture together into small crumbs using a pastry blender {or fork}. Don't over work the mixture or you will get a paste and it will change the texture. Sprinkle the crumbs in an even and thick layer over the top of the red velvet cake batter. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Remove your Red Velvet Crumb Cake from the oven and serve warm or let the cake cool completely and cover. Cake will stay moist for 3 days at room temperature or 4-5 in the refrigerator. It also freezes for up to 3 months.
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Erlene says
I’m always looking for new things to bring to family potlucks and this might be it. Thanks for sharing this easy recipe. Pinned.
Marie says
Yummy, I love red velvet and yours looks so moist and delicious and even better than it has a buttery crumb topping! Pinned
Cyna says
What a delightful recipe! The red velvet cake mixing with the crumb topping looks so delicious!
June says
It really is! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Jenny says
I”m in love with this recipe and I”m wondering where it has been my whole life. I love love love red velvet and the grocery store used to make the most amazing red velvet muffins, but they haven’t in years. I can’t wait to try this to replace my muffins on Christmas morning.
June says
My family absolutely love it, I am so excited for yours to try it too!